2.8
1. What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today?
A. Democratic and Republican
B. Democratic and Libertarian
C. Socialist and Republican
D. Socialist and Libertarian
2.
The statement below is from a political party platform.
Which political party's position is represented in the statement?
A. Communist
B. Democratic
C. Republican
D. Socialist
3 . In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?
A. the responsibilities of government
B. the frequency of national elections
C. the legality of the U.S. Constitution
D. the support for the U.S. military soldier
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4. Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress?
A. U.S. permanent resident
B. at least 25 years old
C. at least 30 years old
D. U.S. citizen
5. The political campaign posters below are for two candidates running for mayor.
According to the information on the posters, what is the reason Maria could be considered more qualified than Todd to be elected mayor?
A. her political policies B. her college education
C. her campaign promises D. her experience working in government

6 .The poster below is from a recent election.
Based on the poster, what conclusion can be drawn about the candidate?
A. Doug is running for judge.
B. Doug is running for mayor.
C. Doug is running for president.
D. Doug is running for city council.
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7. Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
A. military officers
B. elected officials
C. interest groups
D. circuit judges
8. Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?
A. watching political debates on television
B. discussing political issues at work
C. collecting opinions for a yearbook
D. gathering signatures for a petition
9. The table below describes rating for news organizations.
According to the table, what impact has media had on a government?
A. Government is less likely to regulate the press.
B. Government is more likely to regulate the press.
C. Government is less likely to respond to public concerns.
D. Government is more likely to respond to public concerns.
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10. Which option presents a clear point of view?
A. bias
B. metaphor
C. propaganda
D. symbolism

11.
The poster below was created in 1917.
Which type of communication is shown in this poster?
A. accurate
B. biased
C. informational
D. propagandized
12 . The poster below was placed in public buildings, businesses, and schools by a civil rights group.
What long term policy goal of the interest group?
A. electing candidates
B. regulating elections
C. improving citizens' lives
D. influencing political appointments
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13.
Who would a citizen contact about a problem with the city roads?
A. the county commissioner
B. the president
C. the governor
D. the mayor

14 . Shrimp and seafood industries in Florida are concerned about the freshwater supply from Georgia.
If the freshwater supply is reduced, Florida's shrimp and seafood industries could be harmed.
Who is responsible for solving this dispute?
A. federal legislative branch B. federal executive branch
C. state legislatures D. state judiciary
15 . Luis owns a small store in the downtown business district. He learned that at the next monthly council meeting, the mayor will propose limiting the amount of time that people can park on the streets in the business district. Luis is afraid that if the city council approves the proposal, his business will suffer.
Which of the following should be Luis's final step in attempting to resolve this issue?
A. prepare a map of the available downtown parking spaces
B. present an alternative proposal at the next council meeting
C. call council members with concerns about the proposed policy
D. survey downtown businesses to determine their thoughts on the issue
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16. Which option represents a way that multiple perspectives are reflected in political participation?
A. public meetings B. press conference
C. legislative sessions D. State of the Union address
17. The headline below describes an event in U.S. history.
Which public policy view is reflected in the headline?
A. racial discrimination B. racial prejudice
C. racial tolerance D. racial equality
18 . Below are views for and against publicly funded elections.
Which conclusions can be drawn from these views?
A. Running an election campaign takes many taxpayers.
B. Campaigning for elected office requires many opinions.
C. Campaigning for elected office takes a large amount of time.
D. Running an election campaign requires a large sum of money

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19. What is a responsibility of the U.S. Senate in foreign policy?
A. nominating ambassadors
B. introducing tax bills
C. negotiating treaties
D. ratifying treaties
20. Which action is an example of a foreign-policy decision?
A. Congress increased providing support to newly arrived immigrants.
B. The president requested a law to regulate pollution near international borders.
C. Congress raised educational standards to make students competitive in a global market.
D. The president signed an executive order restoring relations with a communist government.
21. Below is a graph about high school graduation rates in the United States.
Which long term domestic policy goal is reflected in the graph?
A. career preparation
B. physical fitness
C. racial equality
D. public safety
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22. The U.S. government is a member of which organization?
A. United Nations
B. European Union
C. World Wildlife Fund
D. International Red Cross

23. The statement below is from Executive Order 10924, President John F. Kennedy, March 1, 1961.
What opportunities does the executive order create for citizens and the government?
A. to provide for the common defense B. to establish domestic tranquility
C. to advance the common good D. to administer justice
24 . The graph below shows participation in international organizations.
What conclusion about international NGOs can be drawn from the graph?
A. They have decreased community involvement. B. They have increased democratic participation.
C. They have maintained world peace. D. They have strengthened terrorism.
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25. During which conflict did the U.S. declare war on Japan?
A. Korean War B. Vietnam War
C. World War I D. World War II
26. A country with very strong economic ties to the United States is allowing human rights violations to take place. Based on U.S. foreign policy, which is an appropriate first response?
A. initiate a trade ban B. initiate public protests
C. initiate diplomatic talks D. initiate a military operation
27. The statement below was made by President Barack Obama on August 18, 2011.
What is the relationship between President Obama's statement and U.S. involvement in Syrian political affairs?
A. development of diplomatic alliances B. support for the rule of law
C. economic development D. conflict resolution

13.
d
14.
b
15.
b
16.
a
17.
d
18.
d
19.
d
20.
d
21.
a
22.
a
23.
c
24.
b
25.
d
26.
c
27.
b
ANSWER KEY
1.
a
2.
a
3.
a
4.
d
5.
d
6.
c
7.
c
8.
d
9.
c
10.
a
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d
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c